Where New Zealand passport holders can go visa-free

30 days per trip, but no more than 90 days within any 1 calendar year for tourism purposes only. Visitors must have a return/onward ticket and a hotel reservation confirmation. An International Certificate of Vaccination is required.

New Zealand citizens travelling on a New Zealand passport may be granted a Special Category Visa on arrival entitling the holder to live, work and study indefinitely (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), provided that they are not assessed as either a Behaviour-concern non-citizen or a Health-concern non-citizen. May enter using SmartGate.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Belarus due to the volatile security situation caused by the Russian military action in neighbouring Ukraine and the conducting of military operations by Russian forces from Belarus. New Zealanders in Belarus should leave immediately if they judge it is safe to do so. e-Visa can be issued for 30 days and can be used at all international checkpoints, including road and rail.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 6-month period.

90 days within any year period.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

Visa-free from 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2026. 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan) using any mode of transport. Must have a confirmed onward ticket/itinerary, and enter through 1 of 64 approved ports. During which, may freely travel within the 24 provinces permitted for visa-free transit and engage in tourism, business, and visits. 24-hour visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), is available at most international airports, without leaving the airport. Travellers who need to leave the airport may obtain a temporary entry permit from immigration. 5-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) for Shenzhen if arriving at designated ports of entry from Hong Kong by land or sea, for stays within Shenzhen. 3-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) if arriving in Zhuhai or Xiamen at designated ports of entry, for stays within the respective city. 15-day visa-free entry for cruise ship passengers i

90 days - extendable up to 180-days stay within a one-year period

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area regardless of previous time spent in other Schengen countries (except the other Nordic countries).

Can be extended up to 120 days with fee

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area (in Regions of France).

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Haiti due to the high level of kidnapping, violent crime and civil unrest.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days in any calendar year period.

A single or multiple tourist or business e-visa for 90 days is also available.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

180 days per calendar year for tourism, 120 days per calendar year for tourism

90 days within any 180 day period.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia has exempted visas for 34 countries from January 2023 to December 2026.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area (European Netherlands).

90 days within any 180 day period.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

Issued free of charge.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Uganda.

90 days within any 6-month period.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

An entrance fee of USD 50 or EUR 50 must be paid online prior to arrival. Multiple entry e-Visa is also available.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.

e-Visa also available. e-Visa holders can enter through all border points.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Ukraine due to Russia's invasion and ongoing military aggression.

ESTA is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. ESTA is also required when entering the country by cruise ship or land. A Form I-94 is required for entry into the United States by land. It carries a $30 fee and can be obtained either online or upon arrival. Visa required for nationals of VWP countries who have travelled or been present in Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria or Yemen at any time on or after 1 March 2011 or Cuba at any time on or after 12 January 2021, or nationals of VWP countries who are also nationals of Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Sudan or Syria. Exceptions apply if the travel was in military or diplomatic service of the VWP country.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Venezuela due to the unstable political and economic situation, ongoing high levels of violent crime, the potential for violent civil unrest, and shortages of food, medicine and other basic supplies.

Visa not required for Cook Islands and Niue residents. Also eligible for a universal visa allowing access to Zimbabwe.

eTA required if arriving by air. Also, an eTA not required when arriving by car, bus, train or boat (including a cruise ship).

Entry refused to anyone who "knowingly issues a public call for boycotting Israel."

Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD. Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.

The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval. Exempted from the K-ETA requirement until 31 December 2026.

Free of charge

Visa also not required if holder has UK ancestry clearance visa. Adults can use ePassport gates.

Not available at all entry points.

Not available at all entry points.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further. Extendable for 2 additional months. Granted free of charge at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry if there is no Israeli visa or seal, holding a telephone number, an address in Lebanon, and a non refundable return or circle trip ticket.

Currently available only upon arrival at the Roberts International Airport (ROB) in Monrovia.

Not available at all entry points.

e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Afghanistan due to the hostile and unpredictable security situation, high and ongoing threat of terrorism and kidnapping of foreigners.

New Zealanders with a residence visa issued by the United Arab Emirates may obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Azerbaijan. They must present their valid visa or residence permit along with their passport.

Must have an international vaccination certificate. Three types of electronic visa are offered: the e-Visa valid for 30 days for a single entry (50 EUR), the e-Visa valid for 30 days for several (multiple) entries (75 EUR), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR).

The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Burkina Faso due to the volatile security situation and the high threat of kidnapping, terrorism and armed banditry.

From December 2021, passengers of all countries that required visa, can now obtain visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport, and all land borders.

e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the unstable security situation, ongoing armed conflict, terrorism and violent crime.

Visa-on-arrival costs 30 USD for single entry visa (Tourism).

Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.

e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.

e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports or 5 designated seaports. An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year. Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Iran due to the potential for violent civil unrest, the risk of arrest or detention and the volatile security situation in the region.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Iraq (including the Kurdistan region) due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation, the ongoing thread of terrorism, violent extremism and organised crime.

Visa can be obtained upon arrival, it will cost a total of 40 JOD, obtainable at most international ports of entry and land border crossings. (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge)

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Kuwait due to the ongoing conflict in the middle east.

18 of the 33 border crossings are only open to regular visa holders. e-Visa may be used to enter Laos through the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 3 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges, in Boten (road and railroad), and in Vientiane (at Khamsavath railway station). Visa on arrival is available at the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 4 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges and 7 border crossings.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Libya due to ongoing conflict and the threat of terrorism and kidnapping. New Zealanders currently in Libya are strongly advised to depart immediately.

For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD.

Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.

Travelers must pay a fee of 190 USD upon entry.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Myanmar due to ongoing civil unrest and armed conflict.

The country launched the electronic visa portal in March 2026.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Saudi Arabia due to the ongoing conflict in the middle east.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Somalia, including Somaliland due to significant threat from terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict and a high level of violent crime throughout the country. New Zealanders currently in Somalia are advised to leave.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to South Sudan due to ongoing armed conflict, inter-ethnic violence and violent crime. Obtainable online 30 days single entry for 100 USD, 90 days multiple entry for 200 USD and 180 days multiple entry for 350 USD. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Syria due to the ongoing civil war and extremely dangerous security situation.

Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Rwanda.

30 days Visa free when visit Phu Quoc Island. e-Visa is valid for 90 days and multiple entry.

Strictly tourism purposes only. Also eligible for a universal visa allowing access to Zambia.

Persons may be denied entry if entering with a passport containing visas or stamps issued by Israel. Visitors on tours organized to some southern regions by an approved travel agency may obtain a visa on arrival for up to 30 days.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to the Central African Republic due to the unstable security situation, activities of armed rebel groups and the high level of violent crime.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Mali due to the unpredictable security situation, the threat of terrorism and risk of kidnapping and armed banditry.

Free visa on arrival for Cook Islands and Niue residents.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Niger due to the threat of terrorism and kidnapping, the presence of armed militants and the unpredictable security situation.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to North Korea due to extensive restrictions placed on foreigners and an uncertain security situation that can change with little warning.

Available at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul).

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Russia due to the impacts the armed conflict with Ukraine has had on commercial flight availability and access to financial services. There is also potential for the security situation to deteriorate with little warning.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest, terrorism and kidnapping. New Zealanders who travel to Sudan against our advice should make sure they have appropriate security measures in place. You should also have a plan for departure if the security situation deteriorates. Khartoum International Airport is closed and options for leaving Sudan are extremely limited. There may be ongoing disruptions to critical infrastructure and essential services.

10-day visa on arrival if holding a letter of invitation provided by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry. Visitors can apply to extend their stay for an additional 10 days. When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD.

The New Zealand government advises its citizens not to travel to Yemen (including the island of Socotra). The ongoing conflict and the extreme threat of terrorism and kidnapping presents a significant risk to New Zealanders in Yemen. Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.).